Palisades Park runs along the Pacific coastline.
On a cliff atop Santa Monica’s beaches.
With all you could wish for in a park.
Pier with rides, eateries.
Walking, jogging paths.
Restrooms, benches.
Gardens galore.
Roses, crane flowers, sea lavender.
Palm, pine, eucalyptus trees.
Vistas of the sand, ocean.
A place to watch the sun rise, set.
An expanse to share.
With people of every age.
Exercisers, dog walkers, homeless.
Crows, seagulls, squirrels.
Bees, butterflies, birds.
A go to place for strolling,
inhaling fragrance and salt air.
Ever-changing canvass.
Pedestrian thoroughfare.
Lynn Benjamin
November 18, 2023
